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BD23 CVJ

2023 Kia Picanto

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,351 mi
Last recorded29,351 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2023 Kia Picanto13,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD23 CVJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2023
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 29,351 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 23 Mar 2026 29,351 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

How Reliable is the Kia Picanto?

Based on 2,626,043 MOT tests across 229,767 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
3,997
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
229,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,453
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28,710
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,450
position lamp(s) not working 19,223
parking brake recording little or no effort 18,423
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BD23 CVJ is a 2023 Kia Picanto in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2023 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 13,782 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Picanto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 41,453 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD23 CVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Picanto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 3 years old, this Kia Picanto is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BD23 CVJ?

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What year was BD23 CVJ registered?

BD23 CVJ is a 2023 Kia Picanto, first registered on 19 April 2023.

Is BD23 CVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD23 CVJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BD23 CVJ have outstanding finance?

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